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CA62 FWD

2012 Kia Rio

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

137,624 mi
Last recorded137,624 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Rio57,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA62 FWD
MakeKia
ModelRio
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 137,624 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 137,621 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 137,290 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 124,951 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre is worn low in places.

Offside Front Tyre is showing some signs of wear.

Offside Rear Brake pads appear worn low.

Offside Rear Tyre is worn to the legal limit.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Jan 2023 124,951 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre is worn low in places.

Offside Front Tyre is showing some signs of wear.

Offside Rear Brake pads appear worn low.

Offside Rear Tyre is worn to the legal limit.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jan 2022 119,507 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 111,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion

Fail 6 Jan 2021 111,028 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/16 87H (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension Has Multiple Areas Of Corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2020 102,439 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2019 102,424 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 89,384 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 58,372 miles

front and rear brake pads appear to be worn low, further investigation recommended.

front tyres wearing close to wear bars

rear brakes can be felt dragging when rotated by hand,further investigation recommended.

Pass 31 Dec 2015 43,177 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Rio?

Based on 1,637,344 MOT tests across 141,212 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
5,503
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
141,212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,517
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,703
position lamp(s) not working 14,100
Registration plate lamp not working 12,829
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CA62 FWD is a 2012 Kia Rio in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Kia Rio models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 57,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Rio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,517 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA62 FWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Rio typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Rio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CA62 FWD registered?

CA62 FWD is a 2012 Kia Rio, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is CA62 FWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA62 FWD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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